The touchline melee was sparked by Southampton midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin's tackle on Newcastle defender Massadio Haidara, and staff and players from both benches soon became embroiled in a coming-together.

Newcastle coach Woodman has been fined £1,250 and warned about his future conduct after he admitted a charge of improper conduct.

Osvaldo, who is fit again after illness, will miss Saturday's FA Cup third round meeting with Burnley, and Barclays Premier League matches against West Brom and Sunderland.

He will be free to play in Southampton's home Premier League fixture against Arsenal on January 28.